Course - GIS as a Planning Tool - AAR4841
GIS as a Planning Tool
About
About the course
Course content
Knowledge about geographical information systems (GIS) as important tools for physical planning. Introduction to, and training with GIS applications, such as ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro or QGIS.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: The functionality and operation of geographic information systems (GIS). Basic geographical data and reference systems, cartography and cartographic methods, relevant to the needs and scope of physical planning. Data structures, data models and geographic / spatial analysis techniques that are used for examination and presentation of the plan base, plan presentation and impact analysis. Norwegian data sources and their use in analysis and planning. Skills: Facilitation of geographical data in a GIS, preparation for analysis or design purposes. Basic design and editing work using GIS tools. The use of 2D and 3D for presentation of plan base and results in an easily understandable manner. Use of GIS functions for plan-oriented analysis of localization or consequences of plan implementation. General competence: to make use of acquired knowledge and skills solving a variety of tasks related to geographic analysis and physical planning.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures and concentrated training workshops.
Further on evaluation
The exercise counts 50% towards the final grade in the course. Both exercises and written exam must be passed to pass the course. You can register for a re-scheduled examination in the next exam period.When exercises have been passed, grading will be valid for 1,5 years and might be included for a re-scheduled exam.
Recommended previous knowledge
It is recommended that the candidate is familiar with Microsoft Excel, with file and folder administration in Windows, and with WinZip, 7zip or similar software to "zip" files and folders.
Required previous knowledge
Minimum Bachelor's degree or its equivalent.
Course materials
Textbook will be announced before term, in addition an excercise compendium will be distributed.
It is advised, but not required, to use private PC for the exercises. The exercises will be relatively heavy tasks in GIS software (ArcGIS, ArcGIS Pro, QGIS), thus the following requirements specification is recommended:
Processor: Intel minimum i5, preferably i7 or xeon. AMD Ryzen 5, 7 or 9.
64 bit operating system (Windows 10)
At least 8 GB RAM, preferably 16 GB
Storage capacity HD or SSD min. 500 GB
Dedicated video card of at least 4 GB, Nvidia or AMD
Students who do not have a PC that follows this specification will be allowed to use local data labs.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| TBA4240 | 5 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| AAR4847 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2022 |
Subject areas
- Town and Regional Planning
- Architecture
Contact information
Course coordinator
Lecturers
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.